Central Park Elem School vs Chester Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 450 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Park Elem School
Midlothian · Public elementary · Grades K–8
640 students
Chester Elem School
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
640 students
| Measure | Central Park Elem School Midlothian, Illinois | Chester Elem School Chester, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1817 of 2,303 | #1199 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44203 of 50,301 | #33894 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 640 | 640 |
| Enrollment | 640 | 640 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.5% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 16% |
| city | Midlothian | Chester |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chester Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 21.0).
- •Chester Elem School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 11%).
- •Chester Elem School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 14%).
- •Chester Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 67.5%).
- •Chester Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.9).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Park Elem School better than Chester Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Chester Elem School ranks higher (37.1 vs 21.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Park Elem School and Chester Elem School?
About 450 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and Chester in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Park Elem School: 640. Chester Elem School: 640. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Park Elem School and Chester Elem School rank in Illinois?
Central Park Elem School is 1817th of 2,303 and Chester Elem School is 1199th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).